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Modi wants Indians to press pause on gold. But the $5.2 trillion obsession runs deepIndia’s attempt to protect the rupee is now colliding with one of the country’s strongest cultural habits — buying gold. After Prime Minist...25 May, 2026, 01.34 PM IST- Quit metro life for a smaller city? Here’s the real money math Indians must check before movingMany are trading metro life for tier 2 cities, seeking better quality of life, cleaner environments, and reduced stress. While income may f...18 May, 2026, 11.01 AM IST
- Houston hosts Diwali celebration marking UNESCO cultural heritage statusHouston hosted a special event celebrating Diwali's inclusion in UNESCO's cultural heritage list. The Indian mission organized a lamp-light...15 Dec, 2025, 11.12 AM IST
- Is Diwali on October 20 or 21? Know exact Date and Time for USA, UK and CanadaIs Diwali on October 20 or 21? Know the Exact Date and time in US, UK, Canada: Diwali 2025 is set to be a joyous and spiritually significan...19 Oct, 2025, 10.09 PM IST
- Diwali 2025: Which US states are offering a full holiday and which have added a day off to school calendars?Diwali, celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists, symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Families come ...18 Oct, 2025, 12.29 PM IST
- Why do we celebrate Diwali? Story behind Diwali celebration and historyDiwali, the Festival of Lights, is observed by millions of Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains worldwide, portraying the virtue of good over evil and ...18 Oct, 2025, 12.40 AM IST
- Diwali 2025: Is the festival on October 20 or 21 in the US? Find out hereDiwali, the festival of lights, celebrates the triumph of good over evil. In 2025, confusion arises as Amavasya Tithi spans October 20-21. ...08 Oct, 2025, 10.16 PM IST
- Blinken quotes Rabindranath Tagore at Diwali reception, hails South Asian contributionsUS Secretary of State Antony Blinken highlighted the significance of Diwali at the State Department's reception, emphasizing its message of...02 Nov, 2024, 07.33 AM IST
- Justin Trudeau extends Diwali wishes amid India-Canada tensionsCanadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau extended Diwali wishes, emphasizing the importance of the Indo-Canadian community. He highlighted th...01 Nov, 2024, 02.22 PM IST
- Diwali in U.S: Date, Lakshmi Puja timings, states, Shubh Muhurat and all you need to knowDiwali 2024, celebrated on October 31, is a special occasion in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, with the festival gainin...30 Oct, 2024, 06.11 PM IST
- US Embassy in Delhi celebrates Diwali with Ambassador Eric Garcetti’s 'Tauba, Tauba' dance moves. Watch videoUS Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti joined Diwali celebrations at the US Embassy in New Delhi by dancing to a popular Hindi song, while th...30 Oct, 2024, 02.50 PM IST
- Diwali 2024 in US: These states have declared public holiday for the festival of lights | Date & timePennsylvania has officially recognized Diwali as a state holiday after Governor Josh Shapiro signed bipartisan legislation into law.29 Oct, 2024, 04.32 PM IST
- "Greetings from the ISS": NASA astronaut Sunita Williams shares Diwali wishes from spaceNASA astronaut Sunita Williams extended warm Diwali wishes from the International Space Station, sharing her unique experience of celebrati...29 Oct, 2024, 09.21 AM IST
- When Diwali meets Halloween: A fascinating fusion of festivals happening on October 31When Diwali meets Halloween: Diwali, a major Hindu festival of lights, and Halloween, known for spooky celebrations, coincidentally fall on...23 Oct, 2024, 01.57 PM IST
- Diwali 2023: Know the date, time, and mahurat of Dhanteras, Choti Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, and Lakshmi PujaDiwali, also known as Deepawali, is a Hindu festival celebrated with joy and unity. It symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and is...26 Oct, 2023, 02.34 PM IST
- Resolution introduced in US House to recognise historical and religious significance of Diwali"For Sikhs, Jains, and my Hindus here in the United States and across the world, Diwali is a time for gratitude as well as a celebration of...03 Nov, 2021, 09.22 AM IST
- US Congressional resolution calls for Diwali stamp"The Postal Service has issued stamps for several major religious holidays, and now it's time that the agency does the same for the Festiva...15 Jan, 2015, 11.11 PM IST
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